renown

noun
UK: /rɪˈnaʊn/
US: /rɪˈnaʊn/

  1. The state of being known and admired by many people for something.

    1. The singer gained renown for her beautiful voice.
    2. Her renown as a scientist grew after she won the Nobel Prize, increasing her influence.

Synonyms

reputation acclaim prestige eminence celebrity glory fame

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "renown" is /rɪˈnaʊn/ in British English and /rɪˈnaʊn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "renown": reputation, acclaim, prestige, eminence, celebrity, glory, fame.

Example usage of "renown": "The singer gained renown for her beautiful voice.". More examples on the page.